Pronunciation: /sʌk ʌp tuː/
verb to behave obsequiously in order to gain favor or advantage
A1 She sucks up to her boss in hopes of getting a promotion.
A2 He sucks up to his teachers by always volunteering to help.
B1 The new employee tried to suck up to the manager by complimenting her constantly.
B2 She was caught sucking up to the CEO in order to secure a better position.
C1 The politician was known for sucking up to wealthy donors in exchange for campaign contributions.
C2 The actor was accused of sucking up to the director to land a leading role in the film.
preposition used to indicate the person or group to whom one is trying to ingratiate oneself
A1 I don't like when people suck up to the boss.
A2 She always sucks up to her teachers to get better grades.
B1 He tried to suck up to the interviewer during the job interview.
B2 The politician was accused of sucking up to lobbyists for campaign donations.
C1 She refused to suck up to her colleagues in order to get a promotion.
C2 The actor was known for sucking up to directors to get leading roles in movies.
formal It is unprofessional to constantly suck up to your boss in hopes of getting a promotion.
informal Stop sucking up to the teacher just because you want a better grade.
slang She always sucks up to the boss to get what she wants.
figurative Some people will do anything to suck up to those in power.
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